Delcy Rodríguez's Cabinet After 100 Days
The influence of Delcy Rodríguez extends across most Venezuelan economic ministries. A faction of the state cabinet answered to her. Long before Nicolás Maduro's departure, the current acting president of Venezuela—backed by Donald Trump—controlled not only the vice presidency of the Republic but also the sectoral vice presidency of Economy and Finance, and the Hydrocarbons portfolio, and had made it her mission to promote several of her own people to leadership positions.
TL;DR
- Delcy Rodríguez has established control over 55% of Venezuela's cabinet and four sectoral vice presidencies within 100 days of Nicolás Maduro's departure.
- This consolidation of power has led to a decline in the influence of the Maduro-Flores family within the government.
- Key ministries in Economy, Finance, Hydrocarbons, Health, Science, Technology, Ecosocialism, Communication, Culture, Tourism, and Defense have seen shifts in leadership favoring Rodríguez's allies.
- The shift in power includes strategic appointments and reshuffles, with some officials being moved to different roles or diplomatic positions.
- Political analyst Oswaldo Ramírez suggests the changes align with a vision that includes reducing state size, fiscal austerity, and new business approaches, potentially influenced by U.S. interests.
- Questions remain about Rodríguez's ability to surround herself with a dynamic and loyal team capable of navigating Venezuela's political and economic challenges.